ALL3D info over de mark One
the mark one can fabricate in PLA, Nylon, Fiberglass, Kevlar, and Carbon Fiber. With their patented unique Continuous Fiber Filament Fabrication technology, this is a printer capable of creating end-use parts as strong as steel.
Fiber-Reinforced Composites
What is a composite?
(From Wikipedia) “Composite materials are materials made from two or more constituent materials with significantly different physical or chemical properties, that when combined, produce a material with characteristics different from the individual components.”
What’s the difference between a thermoset and a thermoplastic
Thermoset materials (e.g. two-part epoxy) solidify during curing, which is an irreversible chemical reaction. Once cured, they cannot be melted. In contrast, thermoplastics can be re-melted and are typically tougher.
If you don’t use an epoxy (thermosets), how does Composite Filament Fabrication (CFF) work?
We developed a thermoplastic blend specifically formulated for good adhesion to carbon fiber and our FFF nylon blend. It’s non-toxic, and doesn’t require post curing.
What kind of reinforcing fibers can I print with?
The Mark One™ is capable of printing carbon fiber, glass fiber and Kevlar®.
How do composites printed on the Mark One compare to those built with traditional methods?
Parts printed on the Mark One™ can be designed to be stronger than 6061-T6 aluminum by weight and up to 1/3 the strength of the best carbon fiber composites made today. Performance data was collected from 3-point bend testing on an Instron® universal testing machine in the preferred fiber orientation
This document and it’s research are from markforged. We at ALL3D make use of the 3D Printer Mark One and materials we mentioned above. If you are searching for strong high-end ready to use printed parts check us out on ALL3D hub.
